SSW Podcast Episode 2 | Charity vs. Solidarity: Lessons from the U.S.-El Salvador Sister Cities
July 31, 2025Get ready for a powerful conversation with Patrice Forester and Leigh Beck on Episode 2: Charity vs. Solidarity: Lessons from the U.S.-El Salvador Sister Cities.
Highlights:
- An exploration of the impact of social work across borders
- The history and mission of the U.S.-El Salvador Sister Cities organization, founded during the Salvadoran civil war as a grassroots response to injustice and as a bridge of support between communities
- A discussion on solidarity vs. charity — why solidarity means standing with communities for justice and equality, rather than providing one-way aid
- Insights into the legacy of Oscar Romero and his vision for human dignity and community action in social work
- How social work is evolving with the times, with a focus on community engagement and advocacy
You’ll come away inspired by real-world examples of advocacy, partnership, and what it means to walk alongside others in the fight for justice.
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